Williams Lake Stampede spectators come from all over

All the way from England to take in the Stampede, Barry and June Wood and Brenda and Raymond Reid were in the grandstands Saturday.

Jul. 5, 2012 5:00 p.m.
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All the way from England to take in the Stampede, Barry and June Wood and Brenda and Raymond Reid were in the grandstands Saturday afternoon enjoying the show.

Dancing with strength and pride

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